2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Touareg |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |